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Photoshop CC - Practical Guide for absolute beginner [2021]

Name: Photoshop CC - Practical Guide for absolute beginner [2021]
Rating: 4.6 (360 reviews)

Master Photoshop CC 2021 essentials in this beginner course. Learn all the useful parts of Adobe Photoshop in 4 hrs!

Created byHaley Teh

Last updated 12/2020

English

What you'll learn

All videos are relevant for 2021!
You will be able to use Photoshop on your own to create designs
You will be able to use Photoshop to touch up photos like a pro
You will learn all the useful parts of Photoshop and not waste time on stuff that you will never user
Create designs such as Posters, Flyers, Logos and Typography images from scratch
Stitch photos together, edit and filter your photos realistically
Learn all the shortcuts, tips and tricks from a seasoned expert

Course content

9 sections • 60 lectures • 3h 54m total length

1-1 Course Introduction2:42
An overview of what you will learn in this entire course!
1-2 Navigating in Photoshop3:39
Learn how to navigate yourself in this seemingly confusing application.
1-3 Things to note1:22
Some things for you to take note of regarding Windows vs Mac.
1-4 Opening and saving an image/document3:24
Learn how to open a document/image and how to save them to your local disk.
1-5 Zooming in and Out2:39
The ability to zoom is extremely important. Here, you will learn 3 different ways to zoom as well as shortcuts to zooming.
1-6 Understanding Layers and Move Tool5:20
Layer is the most important concept to understand in Photoshop. Here, you will understand how to use Layer as well as the Move Tool to move your layer.
1-7 Free Transform Tool3:33
Free Transform is how you will do manipulations such as resizing a layer, rotating, skewing, warping, flipping and many more.
1-8 Undo in Photoshop3:05
Undo will be one of the most used operations in Photoshop. Here, you will learn how to undo and redo, as well as keeping track of the number of undos.

2-1 Changing Image and Canvas Size4:37
Learn the differences between Image Size and Canvas Size and how to change them.
2-2 Cropping your image2:39
Learn how to crop your image as well as applying aspect ratio restrictions.
2-3 Auto Tone / Auto Contrast / Auto Color2:44
Learn how to use the Auto functions to quickly let Photoshop use AI to correct your image.
2-4 Brightness, Contrast, Levels, Curves4:53
Learn the differences between Brightness and Levels, and how to apply these adjustments to your image.
2-5 Exposure, Vibrance, Saturation2:31
Get exposed to more image adjustment options and learn how to change an image exposure, vibrance and saturation.
2-6 Hue, Color Balance, Black and White1:49
Learn even more image adjustment options and in particular, how to change an image color balance and the properties in Black and White.
2-7 Summing up Image Adjustments3:03
This section exposes you to the various image adjustments available in Photoshop. It is now up to you to apply these adjustments to your image.
2-8 Case Study 1: Beautify your photographs6:38
A Case Study is where we look at a real world usage of how one might use Photoshop to achieve something. In this first Case Study video, we look at how to beautify photos taken from your phone in Photoshop.

3-1 Importance of Erasing1:04
Take a look at why deleting pixels from an image/layer is important in Photoshop.
3-2 Brush Tool and Selecting Color5:49
Take a look at one of the most common Tool used in Photoshop - the Brush Tool, and how to select foreground color.
3-3 Eraser Tool and Background Eraser Tool4:29
Learn the easiest way to erase pixels in Photoshop - the Eraser Tool, as well as the Background Eraser Tool.
3-4 The Cover Up method1:48
One way of "erasing" pixels from an image is to cover the area with the image background to give the illusion of erasing an object away. Look at the limitations of such a method in this video.
3-5 Layer Mask3:49
Layer Mask is the most popular and the recommended method to erase pixels from an image. Find out what Layer Mask is and how to use them in this video.
3-6 Summary of deleting pixels in Photoshop1:52
In this Section, we have looked at various ways of erasing pixels in Photoshop. The recommended approach is to use Layer Mask to erase pixels from a layer.

4-1 Importance of selecting pixels1:08
Let's look at why we need to select a portion of an image, and what we can do with these selections.
4-2 Selection using the Marquee Tools5:32
We will look at the Rectangular Marquee Tool, Elliptical Marquee Tool, as well as the Single Row and Single Column Marquee Tool in this video.
4-3 Selection using the Lasso Tools2:41
Explore the Lasso Tool, Polygonal Lasso Tool and Magnetic Lasso Tool in this video.
4-4 Quick Selection and the Magic Wand Tool4:12
Learn how to use the Quick Selection Tool to quickly select an area, and the Magic Wand Tool to select flat colors accurately.
4-5 Selection using the Pen Tool4:32
Pen Tool can be used for many purposes, and one such purpose we are exploring in this video is how to select pixels using the Pen Tool.
4-6 Summing up Selection techniques2:44
There are many selection techniques meant for different use cases. You should be able to comfortably use the selection tools to select a portion of a layer and do some adjustments to it.
4-7 Case Study 2: Stitching images realistically6:00
In this second Case Study video, we will look at real world examples of moving a person from an image to another image, as well as superimposing a bag from a separate image onto a person's shoulder.

5-1 Overview of Cloning1:08
Cloning is the process of copying a portion of a layer onto another portion. Learn why cloning is important and how to clone in this Section.
5-2 The Clone Tool6:10
Learn how to use the Clone Tool to clone part of your image onto another part.
5-3 More about Clone Tool4:42
There are some limitations to cloning in the same layer. Learn how to clone more effectively in this video.
5-4 Spot Healing Brush and Healing Brush Tool3:40
Learn how to use the Spot Healing and Healing Brush Tool to quickly and effectively remove flaws in the skin.
5-5 Summing up Cloning1:07
Concluding the topic on Cloning.

6-1 Overview of Filters in Photoshop0:57
Learn how to apply different filters such as blur and sharpen to your images in this Section
6-2 Blur and Gaussian Blur5:39
Learn how to blur your image as well as how to use the popular Gaussian Blur.
6-3 Sharpening your image1:44
Learn how to sharpen your image realistically.
6-4 Filter Gallery1:21
The Filter Gallery contains tons of pre-made filters for your image. Learn how to navigate to the Filter Gallery and how to use it.
6-5 Layer Style effects8:34
Layer Style effects provide many functionalities such as adding strokes to your images or applying drop shadows. Learn the various effects available and how to navigate there.
6-6 Case Study 3: Photo Collage and Adding Effects8:33
In this third Case Study Video, we will look at how to create a Photo Collage from many images, and how to add effects to your images.

7-1 Overview of Creating Text in Photoshop1:03
Learn all you need to know about creating Text and applying effects to Text in this Section.
7-2 Raster vs Vector4:41
All images are either a Raster or a Vector, and this would affect your image quality when you scale them up or down. Learn the differences between a Raster and a Vector in this video.
7-3 Horizontal and Vertical Type Tools5:48
Learn how to use the Horizontal and Vertical Type Tool to create your Text Layer.
7-4 The Character Panel3:02
The Character Panel houses all useful functions needed for Text Manipulations, such as bolding and underlying text. Learn how to open and use the Character Panel.
7-5 Text Effects2:38
Learn how to apply effects to Text through the Layer Style window.
7-6 Shapes in Photoshop3:45
Learn how to create Shapes in Photoshop, as well as the difference between a Shape Layer and a rasterized layer.
7-7 Case Study 4: Creating Typography Quotes Images6:35
In this Case Study video, we will look at how to create Typography quotes images through 5 examples.
7-8 Case Study 5: More Typography Works7:09
In this Case Study video, we will look at 20 more examples of Typography images and how to create them.

8-1 Overview of Section 80:42
8-2 Adding External Fonts3:08
Learn how to find external fonts online and load them into Photoshop.
8-3 Adding External Brushes3:33
Learn how to find external brushes online and load them into Photoshop.
8-4 Adding External Shapes3:06
Learn how to find external Shapes online and load them into Photoshop.
8-5 JPG vs PNG vs GIF4:36
Learn the differences between the most commonly saved file types - JPG, PNG, and GIF.
8-6 How to save in JPG and PNG properly5:35
Learn the differences between the different saving options and find the balance between image file size and image quality.
8-7 PPI and Printing your Images5:09
There are properties you should know when preparing your image for print, versus exporting your image to view on electronic devices. Learn what Pixels Per Inch is and how to best prepare your images for print in this video.
8-8 Grouping and Color Tagging layers2:30
Grouping layers essentially creates a folder type structure to make your layer panel cleaner. Color Tagging layers allows you to quickly find some layers.

9-1 Case Study 6: Creating Posters / Flyers / Design Works12:09
In this Case Study video, we will learn how to create Posters / Flyers and design works in general using Photoshop. We will also look at how to get stock images and resources online.
9-2 Case Study 7: E-commerce Clean-up9:44
In this Case Study video, we will look at 2 examples of cleaning up images to post on E-commerce sites, such as adding white background and shadows to the items.
9-3 Summary of very useful shortcuts3:18
We have came across many shortcuts throughout this course. In this video, I will summarize all the shortcuts I have mentioned into one video for recap.
9-4 Course Conclusion2:29
Thank you for finishing this course! I am confident that you are able to execute Photoshop on your own now and do incredible things with it. I wish you all the best in using Photoshop! :)

Requirements

You should have a copy of Photoshop installed, preferably Photoshop CC 2017-2021 or CS6 version.
No prior experience is required! This course is designed to teach you everything from scratch!

Description

Course relevant for 2021!

Course Features:

English subtitles available for ALL videos
Teaches all the useful parts of Photoshop which you are likely going to use
7 Case-Studies to show real life usages of Photoshop
All videos are short and concise - the course is only 4 hrs!
All videos and course materials are available for download
Shortcuts, tips and tricks are given extensively through the course

In 4 hours, you will learn all the useful parts of Photoshop and will be able to execute this program on your own thereafter.

This course is specially designed for students with little to no prior experience in Photoshop. You will learn all the Photoshop CC essentials from scratch.

Photoshop is a GIGANTIC software. This course focuses on tools that you are likely EVER going to use in your daily life! We are not teaching you stuff which you are not likely to ever use.

What You will learn in this course:

Beautify your photos with filters and image adjustments
Do common operations such as crop, resize, flip, skew, warp, rotate etc.
Create design works such as Posters, Flyers and Logos
Cut and stitch multiple images together realistically
Remove skin flaws and hide details
Create beautiful text and typography images
Get more advanced with external fonts, brushes, and shapes
Learn the differences between JPG, PNG, GIF and how to save images properly for print and digital distribution
Shortcuts and tips given extensively throughout the course
And many more!

You can be:

Either using a Windows or Mac OS. Care will be taken to highlight the platform differences.
Either using Adobe Photoshop CS6 or Photoshop CC 2017-2020.
Of all ages, from all walks of life. As long as you have an interest in learning Photoshop essentials, this course is for you!
Either a total beginner who have not touch Photoshop before, or just started using this piece of software. This course assumes you have no prior knowledge.

What Makes This Course DIFFERENT from other courses:

This Course is designed to teach you Photoshop essentials in a succinct manner, and lasts ONLY 4 hours!
Even though the Course is only 4 hours, it teaches you all the Photoshop ESSENTIALS in a totally BEGINNER FRIENDLY way. This is possible by carefully crafting the course content, and not bombard you with unnecessary topics and words.

Who this Course is NOT for:

This Course does not teach you 3D, as well as animating in Photoshop.
If you have been using Photoshop for years, and looking to learn more advanced topic, this course might not be for you as it is designed for beginners who wish to start and understand more about Photoshop.

-------- TAKE THIS COURSE & MASTER PHOTOSHOP in a short span of time! --------

I created this course as I hate watching long videos where the instructor drags on and touches on stuff that I will never use. There are some stuff in Photoshop that I constantly use on a daily basis, and many functions that I have never used. I realise that most people (myself included) only need photoshop for certain purposes like editing photos or creating posters, and I wish to impart tips and tricks I learnt through the years to new-comers and make their Photoshop journey easier. Hence, I create this course with the aim to impart all common knowledge to new-comers without bombarding them with unnecessary content. I strongly believe that this 4 hours course is all you need to get started in Photoshop!

Musics used in this course:

"Life of Riley" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech) License: CC BY 4.0

"At The Shore" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech) License: CC BY 4.0

Who this course is for:

Beginners who wish to learn how to use Photoshop to do useful stuff

Photoshop CC - Practical Guide for absolute beginner [2021]

What you'll learn

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Course content

Introduction to Photoshop CC 20218 lectures • 26min

Image adjustments8 lectures • 29min

Deleting pixels in Photoshop6 lectures • 19min

Selection techniques in Photoshop7 lectures • 27min

Cloning in Photoshop5 lectures • 17min

Filters in Photoshop6 lectures • 27min

Creating Text in Photoshop8 lectures • 35min

More about Photoshop8 lectures • 28min

More Case Studies4 lectures • 28min

Requirements

Description

Who this course is for: